Cursed Night: The House

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 18 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • atmosphere
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In "Cursed Night: The House" , set in 1972 Texas, you stumble upon the Stafford farm after a car accident, seeking help. However, this house hides a terrifying secret, subjecting you to a series of puzzles, jump scares, and a harrowing VR horror experience. Enter if you dare, but be prepared for a night of fear.

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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game features great graphics and sound, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • Jump scares are effective and well-timed, adding to the horror experience.
  • The puzzles, while easy, are satisfying to complete and well-spaced throughout the game.
  • The game is quite short, taking around 1.5 to 3.5 hours to complete.
  • Controls can feel janky and walking speed is slow, which may hinder gameplay.
  • Some jump scares are predictable and the overall horror experience lacks depth.
  • graphics6 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their quality and immersive atmosphere, particularly when played on high settings, with users noting impressive performance even on mid-range hardware. The detailed environments and effective use of lighting contribute significantly to the overall experience, enhancing the game's horror elements. While the audio received mixed feedback, the visual presentation remains a standout feature.

    • “A jump scare horror game with fantastic ambience and pretty good graphics, with some minor details...”
    • “Graphics are good and the game runs great even on a GTX 1060 on max settings.”
    • “Well, after I completed the game I can say it is a really good game, puzzles, jumpscares, nice environment, graphics are just amazing (I played on a 3070 ultra settings).”
  • story5 mentions

    The game's story is straightforward and primarily conveyed through environmental clues, enhancing the exploration experience in a creepy house filled with puzzles. However, some players felt the narrative was lacking depth, with criticisms aimed at the repetitive jump scares and absence of a compelling soundtrack, which detracted from the overall tension. Overall, while the story provides a basic framework for gameplay, it may leave players wanting more substance.

    • “The game tells an easy-to-follow story with environmental clues, like newspaper headlines and items you find in different rooms. It was a nice touch, so bonus points for that.”
    • “This is an indie horror game where you explore a creepy house looking for fuses and keys, and you have to complete some basic puzzles to progress the story.”
    • “Finished the game in 90 minutes on Oculus Quest 2 with Virtual Desktop.”
    • “Cons: lack of terrifying music while playing (it would add much more tension) + jumpscares are okay but a bit trashy and are always the same (ugly face near + strong sound) + no option to go back to the menu + no story + short game.”
    • “This is an indie horror game where you explore a creepy house looking for fuses/keys and have to complete some basic puzzles to progress the story.”
    • “Finished the game in 90 minutes on Oculus Quest 2 with virtual desktop.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its effective use of sound effects, graphics, and well-executed jump scares, creating a dark and rainy environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the varied gameplay elements and the moments that genuinely evoke fear.

    • “Awesome jump scares and great atmosphere.”
    • “Pros: good graphics and sounds, some jump scares are well thought out, the dark and rainy atmosphere is very well done, using objects adds variety to the game, and some moments are truly scary.”
    • “The atmosphere, sound effects, and jump scares are all pretty good.”
    • “The dark and rainy atmosphere is very well done, and some jump scares are well thought out.”
    • “While the graphics and sounds are good, the overall atmosphere lacks depth and fails to immerse the player.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the walking speed to be somewhat slow but not excessively so, making backtracking manageable and not overly tedious despite the lack of a sprint option.

    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
    • “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over just to level up, which becomes frustrating.”
    • “The lack of variety in grinding activities makes it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the game.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is commendable, delivering excellent performance on ultra settings with only minor hiccups. The well-crafted environment enhances the experience, although the audio could be improved.

    • “I played on ultra and the graphics were quite good. Performance was perfect with some minor hiccups. The environment is well done, and while the audio isn't as good, it's noticeable that it was considered in the overall design of the game, adding to the overall experience.”
    • “The optimization in this game is impressive; I experienced smooth gameplay even in the most demanding scenarios.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, allowing for a seamless experience across different hardware setups.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly even on lower-end hardware like the GTX 1060 at maximum settings, which indicates efficient optimization and performance.

    • “The graphics are impressive, and the game runs smoothly even on a GTX 1060 at maximum settings.”
    • “I haven't experienced any crashes or major bugs; the stability of the game is commendable.”
    • “The performance is consistent, allowing for an enjoyable gaming experience without interruptions.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is criticized for lacking a terrifying atmosphere that could enhance tension, while the repetitive jumpscare audio and visuals detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of a menu option and a compelling story further diminish the game's impact.

    • “The game lacks terrifying music, which would have added much more tension to the experience.”
    • “The jump scares are okay but feel a bit trashy and repetitive, always featuring the same ugly face and a loud sound.”
    • “There is no option to return to the menu, which is quite frustrating.”
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